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Bolivian Amazon Pampas Adventure 4D/3N (from Rurrenabaque)

4 Days Starting and ending in Rurrenabaque, Bolivia

Visiting: Amazon Jungle, Rurrenabaque

Tour operator:

Bamba Travel

Tour code:

32797

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Easy

Trip Styles:

Adventure Tours

Interests:

Wildlife Tours

From:

$390

$379 (USD) WINTER SALE @ Tourhub Discount: $11

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Tour Overview

Embark on this amazing 4-day trip to the Pampas of Bolivia and live a real Amazon adventure. You will get to experience the rich biodiversity, gorgeous landscapes, native cultures and friendly locals that make this region so special.

Highlights

Experience exciting wildlife viewing in the Pampas
Sleep in a nature lodge on the riverbank
Fish for piranhas and hike in search for anacondas
Get the chance to swim with pink dolphins

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Itinerary

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Day 1: Rurrenabaque-Amazon Jungle, Bolivia

Location:

Amazon Jungle

Depart Rurrenabaque for the Amazon(L/D)
Start your adventure at 8:45 AM from Rurrenabaque. We will travel by land from Rurrenabaque to Santa Rosa, passing through sleepy Amazon villages and past small family fincas. We arrive by noon at Santa Rosa, a small town on the banks of the Yacuma River. Here we share a traditional Bolivian lunch of hot soup, meat, rice, yucca, vegetables, and fresh fruit.
From Santa Rosa, we proceed by boat down the Yacuma River. We drift downstream slowly, careful not to disturb the wildlife. You will notice the abundance of fauna immediately: the trees are alive with birds and monkeys, and it is not uncommon for the boat to be escorted for miles by pink, freshwater dolphins. Your guide will be happy to stop the boat to point out hard-to-spot animals or to wait for you to get amazing photographs of wildlife and landscapes.
We arrive at our eco-lodge around 4:00 PM. You can enjoy a snack and fresh juice, take a shower, or just unwind in a hammock for a bit before we head out again. Just a few minutes down river, a local family tends a small shack selling wine, cold beer, and snacks. Here, you can meet travelers from other lodges and share a drink before dinner or challenge them to a game of soccer or volleyball. Once the sun has set over the open expanse of the pampas—always a breathtaking spectacle—we head back to the lodge for dinner.
When the sun sets, the pampas wakes up. Birds and monkeys cry out in the darkness, and small predators dart through the bushes in search of breakfast. We set out in the boat with flashlights in search of the biggest predator of all: caimans. These members of the gator family can grow to 12 feet long. Pitch-black, they hunt along the river during the night, eating snakes, fish and the stray bird. Though hard to see during the day, the caimans are easy to spot at night; their eyes reflect the moonlight, glowing red in the darkness.

Day 2: Amazon Jungle, Bolivia

Location:

Amazon Jungle

Activities in the Amazon (B/L/D)
In the morning, we share a hearty meal of eggs, pancakes, pastries, and fresh fruit. After breakfast, we don high rubber boots (for the swampy terrain and to protect against snakebites) and head into the high grass of the pampas in search of anacondas. These non-venomous snakes are among the largest in the world. It is not uncommon for us to spot one 3 or 4 meters long, though some claim to have seen anacondas more than twice that size.
After a long morning in the sun, you may wish to spend the hottest part of the day swimming in the river (use the rope swing!) or lying down for a siesta in the shade. After lunch, we head out for a fishing trip. The catch: piranhas. These predatory fish are abundant in the region and have been a dietary staple of indigenous communities for generations. Our guides know the best spots to find piranhas and teach you traditional methods of catching them using raw beef for bait (this activity may change depending on season).
As evening sets in, we motor back downriver to the football pitch from yesterday. Again you've got an opportunity to unwind with other travelers or play a guests-vs-guides game as the sun sets. Grab an extra beer for dinner if you'd like, and we head back to the lodge to eat. Typical dinners include rice, lentils, pasta, salads, fresh vegetables, and bread.
When you've eaten your fill, your guide clears the table then joins you to introduce a Bolivian tradition: chewing coco leaves. A mild stimulant, coco leaves offer about the energy of a cup of coffee and are frequently enjoyed by local families during conversations after dinner. As night falls, we pass out candles and invite guests to chat or play cards.

Day 3: Amazon Jungle - Rurrenabaque, Bolivia

Location:

Rurrenabaque

Activities in the Amazon & Return to Rurrenabaque (B/L)
For those guests who like to get an early start, we offer a pre-dawn ride a bit downriver. As the moon sets, the pampas begins to prepare itself for morning. Howler monkeys can be heard along the riverbanks. We arrive at an open spot a few minutes away to watch the slow spectacle of sunrise.
After breakfast, we set off upriver to a small lake where pink dolphins often congregate to socialize. If you'd like, you're welcome to jump into the water for the unforgettable experience of swimming with these rare animals. The dolphins may brush against you as you swim, but are harmless and unbothered by your presence. (Please note that the best months to see them are from December to March)
After your swim, we return to the lodge for lunch. You've got an opportunity to take a siesta and pack up your things before we set off in the afternoon for the return ride to Rurrenabaque. Tonight we will sleep in a Hostel in Rurrenabaque, so you can enjoy a last evening with your new friends.

Day 4: Rurrenabaque, Bolivia

Location:

Rurrenabaque

End of Trip (B)
You will check out of your hostel today and move on to your next adventure. We hope to see you again soon!

What's Included

Accommodation

2 nights at an eco-lodge and 1 night at hostel in Rurrenabaque
Transport

Return land & boat transfers Rurrenabaque city center-eco-lodge
Meals

4 Breakfast(s), 4 Lunch(es), 3 Dinner(s),
Activities

Wildlife-centred adventures
Guides

English-speaking guide
Extras

Bottled Mineral Water
Experiences

What's Not Included

Entrance Fee to the Santa Rosa Park ($22 usd)
Personal Expenses
Other Meals & Drinks
Tips for Guide, Cook & Driver
Travel Insurance
Entrance Fee to the Santa Rosa Park ($22 USD)

Reviews of this Operator

Jonas Nesset(Norway)

Dec 10 2019

The company is exceptional. When I had questions, I always got prompt and professional answers. The excursions that Bamba organized were fantastic! Thank you once again for everything!

Shane Alce(United Kingdom)

Aug 12 2019

For true explorers.

Marian Reder(Germany)

Oct 2 2019

To this day, this is the best tour we've ever done together as a couple! The fun activities, great hotels and nice guides worth the money! We were always taken care of and they made sure that we had a good time. This tour is definitely worth taking.

Tanja Ottosen(Denmark)

Jan 9 2020

The Bamba Team really made my journey one of the most memorable experiences of my life! Still so nice and supportive! They handled everything and responded to each question within a few minutes. I wholeheartedly recommend it to everyone. Especially if you want to do a lot of activities and travel to a lot of different places without feeling rushed. They've also helped me with specific issues that weren't covered by the tour, as well as answering general questions. Thank you so much for making my journey so enjoyable!

Braiden Rowe(United States)

Feb 12 2020

The tour was fantastic; I was able to visit some of Japan's most beautiful locations, and the accommodations were excellent, with convenient access to the city's best attractions. Also, our tour guide was fantastic. I will pick bamba again and recommend the tour to anyone who wants to see Japan while having a good time!!

Aaron Davies(Australia)

Oct 23 2019

I only have good words about our trip to Kenya. The entire experience was totally magical and I struggle to say how fantastic it was. We were fortunate enough to have a brilliant vehicle for ourselves, but we had great luck with David for our guide too. He was very knowledgeable, courteous and nice. Thank you for helping to create this fantastic safari experience. I Highly recommend this company.

Matteo Hoffmeister(Germany)

Jun 5 2019

Bamba Experience has been the best tour guide I've ever had. Every tour has been a thrilling experience. There are so many things to choose from. Bamba has been extremely helpful in providing us with all of the necessary information for our departures and activities! Bamba has made this a simple and enjoyable experience. I'll certainly tell my friends and family about it! Thank you very much, Bamba!!

Melanie Liu Chang(Australia)

Feb 20 2020

We organized a trip through Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia on the hop-on, hop-off bus. It made the trip so much simpler for us as first-time travelers because we just had to send an email to arrange the bus, which avoided the hassle of looking for the best price and so on! We also had a number of tours included, they were all amazing and saved us the trouble of trying to find the best offers on our own; it also meant we got to see a lot of stuff we wouldn't have seen otherwise. Overall, it was a fantastic experience that I will strongly suggest and use again!

Marius Halvorson(Norway)

Jun 25 2019

Our Bamba tour of Vietnam was fantastic. We had a lot of new experiences and all of the help we needed to make this a stress-free vacation. The well-organized accomodation and transportation were excellent. We will certainly use Bamba in the future.

Alexis Helman(Australia)

Jun 25 2019

I had booked our Uyuni Salt Flats & Desert Adventure 3D/2N (Uyuni to Atacama) tour via an Australian travel agency, but they had made an error and refused to assist us or take responsibility. This was very difficult for us because we wanted to have a stress-free honeymoon. I contacted Bamba and I asked if we could talk on the phone so they made the improvements to our tour reservation that our travel agent declined to make. The quality of service was exceptional and they generously offered to us a complimentary gift because it was our honeymoon. I can't say enough good things about Bamba.

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Dec 14, 2023 - Dec 17, 2023

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